The following books can be found in the school library.


Earth, moon and sun by Peter Riley
  • This book has information about the solar system. It also discusses how the earth, moon and sun interact with each other. This book contains an interesting mix of facts and suggestions for experiments you can try yourself to gain a better understanding of how the moon and sun affect life on earth.

The great big book of the solar system by Rosalind Mist
  • contains amazing information in a way that's easy to read. All the planets explored in one place. You could use this book as a great starting place to get basic facts about each planet. It also has information on other things you can find inspace including asteroids, comets and meteors. Use the index to find what you are looking for quickly and easily.

The new solar system series by Robin Birch including the following titles:
Dwarf Planets
Earth
Jupiter
Mars
Mercury
Neptune
Saturn
The Sun
Uranus
Venus
  • These books contain fascinating facts about the topic they examine and the solar system in general. They each have an easy to use glossary which gives the meaning of words used, great photos and even website links that you can use to find more information and confirm the accuracy of information you have already gathered. Great for in depth exploration of individual planets and solar system features.

You may also find resources through the library catalogue at Kurri Kurri and Cessnock Library.